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Friday, August 21, 2015

Esterel Restaurant inside the Sofitel hotel in Beverly Hills just had a major renovation, and its patio dining area is worth a second look. From this gorgeous bar with the romantic lights and vines in the background ...

... to the covered outdoor dining area. It's a charming spot that would be perfect for dates.

The inside dining room also feels more casual and open than the previous setup.

The menu is relatively small and simple, but the food is done very well here. We got the Lamb Meatballs ($13) served atop couscous.

Followed by Pan-seared scallops ($17) which were fresh and cooked just right. I love the texture of seared scallops when they're done well.

There's a back patio area called The Aviary, which is available for private parties.

With the new revamp, Esterel is poised to be a romantic date spots for Angelenos on the Westside, with a gorgeous patio. The entree prices are high, typical of hotel restaurants in Beverly Hills, but the food is solid.